Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Grapeland, TX 75844
2 affordable buildings in 75844 · 17 more within 17 mi
Grapeland, TX 75844 has 2 income-restricted buildings: 1 tax credit and 1 public housing. 17 more are listed within 17 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 75844
Unnamed
522 W Willow St, Grapeland, TX 75844
60 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Grapeland
- Residents waited about 19 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Grapeland Retirement
227 E Plum St, Grapeland, TX 75844
32 units · 1–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No buildings in 75844 match this filter.
Nearby
Mill Run Apartments
55 Mill Run Circle, Elkhart, TX 75839
11.4 mi away
54 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Crockett Manor
1510 Loop 304 East, Crockett, TX 75835
15.3 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR
- 2 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Unnamed
101 Lewis Cir, Crockett, TX 75835
15.4 mi away
278 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of Crockett
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
- Several buildings — call for addresses
Crockett Manor Srs
1201 Edmiston Dr, Crockett, TX 75835
15.5 mi away
36 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Sycamore Lane Apts
321 Old Elkhart Rd, Palestine, TX 75801
18.6 mi away
80 units · 2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Academy Apts
1903 Murchinson Street, Palestine, TX 75801
20 mi away
24 units · 1–3 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Murchison Street Apt
1600 E Murchison St, Palestine, TX 75801
20.2 mi away
41 units · 40 income-restricted · 1–3 BR
D Hilltop Apts Ltd
1500 E Murchison St, Palestine, TX 75801
20.2 mi away
24 units · 1–2 BR
- 1 vacant unit reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Murchison St Apts
1500 E Murchison St, Palestine, TX 75801
20.6 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 75844
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,010/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $40,400/yr
- Renters in 75844 paying 30% or more of income on rent
- 37%
Income limits (2026)
Houston County, TX area · median family income $81,100. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,600 | $29,300 | $46,900 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $33,500 | $53,600 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $37,700 | $60,300 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $41,850 | $66,950 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $45,200 | $72,350 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $48,550 | $77,700 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $51,900 | $83,050 |
| 8 | $55,250 | $55,250 | $88,400 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 75844 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $810 | $795 |
| 1 bedroom | $820 | $829 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,010 | $1,046 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,260 | $1,302 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,520 | $1,375 |
Wider area = Houston County, TX. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 4 nearby ZIPs range from $1,050 (75849) to $1,330 (75839).
Census figures for 75844 (2020–2024 average): median rent $880. Median household income $60,376. 21% of homes are rented. 37% of renters pay 30% or more of their income on rent, and 22% pay half or more.
Census median rent is what renters here actually pay, including long-term leases. Fair market rent is HUD's estimate for a modest apartment available now.
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures); U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year 2020–2024. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 75844's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 75844Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Grapeland, TX 75844?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Grapeland, TX 75844, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Grapeland, TX 75844 have openings?
These lists for Grapeland, TX 75844 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Grapeland, TX 75844?
Use the phone number on each building card in Grapeland, TX 75844. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Grapeland, TX 75844?
In Grapeland, TX 75844, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 75844?
This directory lists 2 income-restricted buildings in Grapeland, TX 75844. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 75844?
Yes — this page also lists 17 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Grapeland, TX 75844 (within about 17 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Grapeland, TX 75844?
Most income-restricted buildings in Grapeland, TX 75844 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $29,300, and $41,850 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($46,900 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Grapeland, TX 75844?
For many programs in Grapeland, TX 75844, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $29,300 a year for 1 person and $41,850 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $46,900 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Grapeland, TX 75844?
There is no single waiting list for Grapeland, TX 75844. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Grapeland, TX 75844?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists public housing, tax-credit apartments in Grapeland, TX 75844. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Grapeland, TX 75844?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Grapeland, TX 75844, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Grapeland, TX 75844 is $1,010 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Grapeland, TX 75844?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Grapeland, TX 75844. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Grapeland, TX 75844?
This page may still list buildings in Grapeland, TX 75844 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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